About Dr. Rahul Saraf
Dr. Rahul Saraf is a pediatric cardiologist practicing at Jupiter Hospital in Pune. His work focuses on the diagnosis and management of heart conditions affecting infants, children, and adolescents, with particular experience in congenital heart disease and pediatric cardiac interventions. Jupiter Hospital lists him as a Consultant in Pediatric Cardiology.
Dr. Saraf completed his MBBS and MD in Pediatrics through Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik, and later completed specialized training in pediatric cardiology. He undertook a fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology at Narayana Hrudayalaya in Bengaluru between 2011 and 2012. His professional background also includes experience at VIMS Nagpur and Narayana Hrudayalaya.
A significant part of his clinical work involves children with congenital heart conditions. Jupiter Hospital reports that he has performed more than 1,600 pediatric cardiac interventions, reflecting extensive procedural experience within pediatric cardiology.
Patients looking for related specialists can browse the Doctiplus pediatric cardiology directory for additional care options.
Focus Areas
- Congenital heart disease
- Pediatric heart conditions
- Pediatric cardiac catheterization
- Childhood heart rhythm disorders
- Arrhythmia evaluation and management
- Pediatric echocardiography
- Fetal and prenatal cardiac assessment
- Interventional pediatric cardiology
- Complex cardiac conditions in children
- Ongoing pediatric heart monitoring
Parents can learn more about congenital heart defects through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute also provides information about children and heart health, while MedlinePlus offers patient information about congenital heart defects.
Specialties And Pediatric Cardiology Approach
Pediatric cardiology focuses on heart conditions that occur during infancy, childhood, and adolescence. Some children are born with structural heart differences, while others develop rhythm or other cardiovascular problems later. Evaluation can involve physical examination, echocardiography, electrocardiography, imaging, or catheter-based assessment depending on the concern.
Dr. Saraf specializes in managing congenital heart disease and has experience with pediatric cardiac interventions. His listed procedures include cardiac catheterization and treatment of arrhythmias and other pediatric heart conditions.
His clinical background also includes research involving pediatric echocardiography, fetal echocardiography, and unusual congenital heart conditions. His published work includes research in Pediatric Cardiology and Annals of Pediatric Cardiology.
Pediatric Heart Care And Family Support
When a child needs cardiac evaluation, parents often want clear information about what the diagnosis means, which tests are necessary, and what treatment may involve. Pediatric cardiology care therefore requires attention to both the child’s medical needs and the family’s understanding of the condition.
Dr. Saraf has described pediatric cardiology as a field that allows him to work across diagnosis, imaging, intervention, and intensive care. His professional work with children who have serious congenital heart conditions has included both clinical treatment and involvement with organizations supporting families who need assistance with cardiac care.
His work at Jupiter Hospital is part of a broader pediatric service that brings pediatricians, cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, intensivists, and other specialists together when children require coordinated care.
Research And Professional Experience
Dr. Saraf has contributed to research and academic presentations related to pediatric cardiology. His publications include work on unusual congenital cardiac conditions, fetal echocardiography, pediatric echocardiographic diagnosis, and rare cardiac abnormalities in children.
Before joining Jupiter Hospital, his professional experience included a fellowship at Narayana Hrudayalaya in Bengaluru, senior registrar experience, and consultant work at VIMS Nagpur. He has subsequently developed his practice around pediatric cardiology and congenital heart disease in Pune.
Credentials And Education
Dr. Rahul Saraf completed his MBBS from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, Nashik, in 2003 and his MD in Pediatrics from the same university in 2009. He also completed a Diploma in Child Health and specialized fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiology.
His Pediatric Cardiology fellowship was completed at Narayana Hrudayalaya in Bengaluru during 2011 and 2012. His professional registration is listed with the Maharashtra Medical Council under registration number 2005/04/2301.
Clinic And Appointment Information
Dr. Rahul Saraf practices as a Consultant in Pediatric Cardiology at Jupiter Hospital in Baner, Pune. The hospital lists its Baner location on Balewadi Road and provides +91 20 2799 2799 as a contact number. His hospital profile currently lists outpatient availability from Monday through Saturday, although timings may change because of emergencies or other clinical requirements.
Patients interested in a pediatric cardiology consultation should contact Jupiter Hospital directly to confirm the latest appointment schedule, consultation arrangements, fees, and available services.
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